How to make an easy fabric garland. Quick DIY fabric strip garland for baby showers and home decor.
First, decide on the type of tulle skirt you want to make. Options include a classic layered skirt, a circle skirt, or a tutu for little ones. Gather the following basic materials: Tulle fabric (the yardage will depend on the skirt length and fullness) Lining fabric (optional, for opacity...
They may likely get distracted halfway and need to watch a movie, or eat a snack. Emily stuck at it because she was motivated by her desire to wear it to school that day. I must be prepared to watch them sew crooked seams, draw thick ugly sewing lines all over the fabric, have the...
I would estimate I buy about 3 new pieces of clothing each year, plus ~ 5 second hand pieces, 1 pair of shoes and new underwear whenever the elastics stretch out or the socks have more holes than fabric. I make…. around 15 new pieces each year. There are months when I don...
To calculate the fabric length with dowels: Next you’ll need to calculate the length, which depends on the number of dowels you’ll be using. Each dowel adds an additional 1½” of fabric. I usually plan to have a dowel every 8 inches and don’t worry too much if the top section...
Start by choosing an attractive, heavyweight fabric and then start building your custom slipcover! Part 1 Choosing and Cutting Your Fabric 1 Measure your item to get an estimate for how much fabric you will need. Measure the length and width of the back, front, seat, and arms of the ...
To calculate the fabric length with dowels: Next you’ll need to calculate the length, which depends on the number of dowels you’ll be using. Each dowel adds an additional 1½” of fabric. I usually plan to have a dowel every 8 inches and don’t worry too much if the top section...